Originally posted by Cenedd
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No no no no no. I don't need more volts. It's only 3/4 HP. It's on a 20 amp circuit. It should work fine. I just forgot that the extension cord is 12 gauge (good for 20 amps) with a 13 amp breaker. The de-rating is needed because the cord is wrapped around a reel several layers deep and heat builds up within it. My previous drop down reel melted inside when I overloaded it with a 20 amp load.
Dan
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